Americans Racing the 2012 Tour de France

2012 Tour de France: Tejay van Garderen (BMC Racing Team)

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It’s easy to forget this is just Van Garderen’s third pro season. After all, the 23-year-old’s résumé reads like that of a far more seasoned rider, with top-5 finishes at the Tour of California, the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, Critérium du Dauphiné, and Paris-Nice. This year, he’ll likely help Cadel Evans defend his title, while gaining valuable experience for a future assault of his own.